Shop-a-thon fundraiser for bookstore

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More Than Words, a Moody Street bookstore, café, and nonprofit that helps at-risk youths who are homeless or in the foster and juvenile justice systems learn the ropes of running a business, is gearing up for it annual Shop-a-thon on Dec. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. The event offers shoppers a chance to browse books, sample café drinks, play games and trivia, and help the organization reach its $2,000 fund-raising goal in one night. If More Than Words reaches its goal, the organization’s board will match the amount. More Than Words teaches teens to manage a retail and online used bookstore, and in the process instills a sense of independence, empowerment, and responsibility in participants, who also receive case management to help them reach educational and career goals. The bookstore is at 376 Moody St. Visit www.mtwyouth.org
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